Strategic Technical Project Buyer — Global Procurement

Rheinmetall AG; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Rheinmetall AG in Auburn Hills, MI seeks a Project Buyer to drive component cost targets during the product development stage while upholding quality and availability requirements.

Responsibilities include estimating item costs, drafting the Quotation-BoM, nominating development suppliers, coordinating with commodity managers and supplier quality, and leading PPAP activities with global teams. Willingness to travel up to 30% is required.

Qualifications

• Master degree in business, project management or engineering.
• 3-5 years in program-related purchasing, supplier evaluation, negotiation.
• Ability to read technical prints and manage feasibility with engineering and suppliers.
• Willing to travel up to 30% domestically and internationally.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; SAP knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Estimate item costs and draft the Quotation-BoM in alignment with stakeholders.
• Conclude NDA and nominate development suppliers; present in IST.
• Coordinate supplier cost analysis and supplier qualification during PDP.
• Monitor PPAP submissions and approvals during PDP.
• Support MCP, VIST budgeting and cross-functional program planning.

Skills

Cost analysis

Negotiation

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Project management

Education

Master Degree in Business/Engineering

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Rheinmetall AG in Auburn Hills, MI seeks a Project Buyer to drive component cost targets during the product development stage while upholding quality and availability requirements.

Responsibilities include estimating item costs, drafting the Quotation-BoM, nominating development suppliers, coordinating with commodity managers and supplier quality, and leading PPAP activities with global teams. Willingness to travel up to 30% is required.